Histotechnician/Histotechnologist

Medpace; Cincinnati (OH); Hybrid; USD 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a detail-oriented Histo-technologist to join their innovative Histopathology laboratory. This role involves performing complex histotechnology procedures, including tissue processing and immunohistochemistry, while ensuring compliance with Good Clinical Practices. The organization values its employees and offers a supportive work environment with opportunities for professional growth. With a commitment to making a difference in patients' lives, this role is perfect for those looking to contribute to meaningful clinical research.

Benefits

Competitive PTO packages

Discounted tuition for UC online programs

Employee health and wellness initiatives

Community involvement with local nonprofits

Discounts on local sports games

On-site fitness center

Structured career paths

Company-sponsored appreciation events

Partnership with onsite childcare

Modern eco-friendly campus

Qualifications

• Experience in routine histotechnology and immunohistochemistry.
• Knowledge of clinical trial processes and federal regulations.

Responsibilities

• Perform clinical sample management and tissue processing.
• Ensure validity of laboratory data and maintain quality standards.

Skills

Tissue processing techniques

Immunohistochemistry (IHC)

Histotechnology

Good Clinical Practices (GCP)

Education

Active ASCP Board of Certification

2+ years experience in Histology laboratory

1+ year experience in high throughput laboratory

Tools

LIMS

Data Management systems

Automatic tissue processing systems

Job description

Medpace Reference Laboratories (MRL) plays a pivotal role in research-based drug development within the pharmaceutical industry. Due to our recent growth, we are in need of a qualified and focus-driven Histo-technologist for our Histopathology laboratory. The incumbent is expected to perform complex procedures within the Histopathology Laboratory, including routine histotechnology, immunohistochemistry, special stains and cytology preparation, as well as other duties as assigned. The candidate must be capable of completing assigned tasks in a timely manner using standard operating procedures and techniques established by the laboratory.

Responsibilities

• Perform clinical sample management, tissue processing, embedding/positioning, FFPE and cryogenic sectioning, and section processing though staining;
• Ensure validity of laboratory data reported;
• Develop methods for routine H&E/Trichrome stains as well as specific IHC/IFA/ISH protocols according to SOPs;
• Develop knowledge of clinical trial processes and procedures, including federal regulations, pre-analytical variables, and knowledge of disease processes;
• Participate in validation activities, experimental design, and instrument set-up;
• Contribute to maintaining a Quality environment and participate actively in SOP writing;
• Maintain overview of inventory and orders for tissue processing and staining platforms; and
• Comply with Good Clinical Practices (GCP) and Good Documentation Practices (GDP).

Qualifications

• Active ASCP Board of Certification, e.g. HT(ASCP), HLT(ASCP);
• 2+ years of experience in a Histology laboratory performing tissue processing techniques including tissue embedding, sectioning, slide preparation, H&E staining, IHC/IFA/ISH processing, and process troubleshooting preferred but not required; and
• 1+ year of experience in a high throughput laboratory production environment using LIMS, Data Management systems, automatic tissue processing systems, and automated H&E/IHC stainers preferred but not required.

Medpace Overview

Medpace is a full-service clinical contract research organization (CRO). We provide Phase I-IV clinical development services to the biotechnology, pharmaceutical and medical device industries. Our mission is to accelerate the global development of safe and effective medical therapeutics through its scientific and disciplined approach. We leverage local regulatory and therapeutic expertise across all major areas including oncology, cardiology, metabolic disease, endocrinology, central nervous system, anti-viral and anti-infective. Headquartered in Cincinnati, Ohio, employing more than 5,000 people across 40+ countries.

Why Medpace?

People. Purpose. Passion. Make a Difference Tomorrow. Join Today

The work we’ve done over the past 30 years has positively impacted the lives of countless patients and families who face hundreds of diseases across all key therapeutic areas. The work we do today will improve the lives of people living with illness and disease in the future.

Medpace Celebrates 30 Years

As we celebrate 3 decades of industry expertise and organic growth, we recognize the global team responsible for driving clinical development at Medpace. Click here to learn more about Medpace Celebrating 30 Years.

• Hybrid work-from-home options (dependent upon position and level)
• Competitive PTO packages, starting at 20+ days
• Discounted tuition for UC online programs
• Company-sponsored employee appreciation events
• Employee health and wellness initiatives
• Community involvement with local nonprofit organizations
• Competitive compensation and benefits package
• Structured career paths with opportunities for professional growth
• Partnership and discount with onsite childcare
• Discounts on local sports games, local fitness gyms and attractions
  • Official Sponsor of FC Cincinnati
• Modern, ecofriendly campus with an on-site fitness center, bar, and restaurants

Awards:

• Recognized by Forbes as one of America's Best Mid-size Companies in 2021 and 2022
• Continually recognized with CRO Leadership Awards from Life Science Leader magazine based on expertise, quality, capabilities, reliability, and compatibility

What to Expect Next:

A Medpace team member will review your qualifications and, if interested, you will be contacted with details for next steps.

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About the company

Medpace is a midsize, clinical contract research organization based in Cincinnati, Ohio.